One of the best ways to support your prostate is to engage in Kegel exercises for prostate health. Are you ready to exercise your pelvic muscles? The good news is, you don’t need special shoes, you won’t break a sweat, and you don’t even have to get out of your chair. Kegel exercises fit every…
Do you take fish oil supplements? If the answer is yes, you are among the nearly 19 million Americans who take this popular supplement. However, if you are in the group of the more than 85 percent of Americans who is missing out on the health benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish…
There are many myths about men’s health that men commonly regard as fact. There are also some weird sayings that are hard-to-believe yet true. Find out which common beliefs are fact and which ones are simply not true. We’ll break down 10 of the common myths about men’s health so you know where and where…
Omega-3 fatty acids have been the subject of much research and associated with a number of health benefits, and now one of them has been questioned in a new study. Results of a meta-analysis suggest there is insufficient evidence that omega-3 supplements are effective in reducing the risk of developing heart disease among people with a…
Many people don’t get enough omega-3 fatty acids from their diet, as the best sources are cold water fatty fish such as tuna, salmon, herring, and mackerel. One way to avoid missing out on the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids if you don’t enjoy fish is to take fish oil, krill oil, or similar…
As winter and spring fade away, high summer temperatures are just around the corner, and with them could be a greater risk of developing urinary tract infections and other renal conditions. A study recently appearing in the American Journal of Epidemiology reported an association between rising average temperatures and an increased risk of being hospitalized for…
Raspberries are an excellent source of antioxidants and phytonutrients called anthocyanins, which may protect against cancer. In a study published in Cancer Research, rats given a diet containing 5% to 10% black raspberries had a 43% to 62% decrease in the number of esophageal tumors. In subsequent studies, black raspberry extracts inhibited the growth of…
Men facing their first prostate exam may be nervous about what to expect and what happens during the process. Out of fear they may classify it with war, famine, drought and other natural disaster or man-made catastrophes—something to be feared and avoided at all costs. If you’re among the many who equate “prostate exam” with…
With so many supplements on the market, it can be a challenge to know which ones are the best to buy. Here are eight tips for buying supplements that will hopefully lead you to the best quality and effective products possible. Beware of fillers and additives Shop for supplements that are free of fillers and…
In a previous article entitled Is Soy Good For Men, Part I, we began to explore the ways soy may or may not be beneficial for men’s health. In this second part, we will cover the scientific evidence uncovered thus far that attempts to answer this question. Soy can have different effects on the health…
There are a number of foods that are good for prostate health, and there are are bad ones too. It can be hard to know which ones are which. Out of these common foods—soy, green tea, foods rich in calcium, vegetables, and foods containing omega-3 fatty acids—can you name which foods are good for prostate…
While previous studies of a protective effect of selenium against the risk of prostate cancer have been disappointing, results of a new review suggest a new warning: selenium supplements may increase the risk of diabetes. In the review, which appears in The Lancet, author Margaret P. Rayman, DPhil, of the University of Surrey noted that taking…
You might remember the old saying “Take two aspirin and call me in the morning,” which makes it sound like aspirin can take care of any number of unmentioned symptoms and ailments. That concept may not be far from the truth, as researchers continue to discover potential new uses for this commonly used over-the-counter medication….
It’s no secret that vegetables are good for your health, but exactly which are the best vegetables for men’s heart health and why are they so beneficial? Here are some rules to follow when cruising the shopping isle for the best vegetables for your heart health. Choose vegetables that are nitrate-rich Dietary nitrate, which is…
Men who are looking for ways to lower their PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels may find answers in two common, safe supplements. A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition reported that omega-3 fatty acids and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) significantly lowered PSA levels in healthy men. Testing PSA levels is commonly done to detect prostate cancer,…
Although the work is preliminary, researchers at the National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) say they have shown that the herb ashwagandha may reverse memory loss in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. Their findings were made in mice modified to have Alzheimer’s, a commonly used way to study the disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disease…
Overactive bladder is not just a problem for women–millions of men also suffer with this type of urinary incontinence. To better help both patients and doctors understand and manage this condition, the American Urological Association (AUA) has just issued new guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of overactive bladder (not related to neurological disorders). Overactive bladder affects…
Vitamin E has numerous benefits for men with prostate disorders although it is highly dependent on the type and form of Vitamin E that is consumed. That’s because there are actually eight types of vitamin E that fall into two chemically related categories known as tocopherols and tocotrienols. Alpha-tocopherol is likely the best known of…
Xiaflex for Dupuytren’s contracture was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2010. It’s the first medicine for the treatment for this difficult to treat disease. Previously, surgeons specializing in diseases of the hand would perform one of various surgical procedures to treat Dupuytren’s. There are advantages and disadvantages with each type of…
Blood in the urine, also known as hematuria, can occur in one of two forms. Microscopic hematuria is when blood is detectable only under a microscope. This form is typically detected when men have had a urinalysis as part of an examination either for urinary symptoms or some other health complaint. Gross hematuria is when…
